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| Drawing Arcs and Freehand |
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Export to Excel |
| PlanSwift allows you to create an arc by simply pressing the “A” key and then clicking the arc midpoint. Freehand mode is activated by clicking and holding the mouse button. |
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Simply click the Export to Excel button to automatically send your estimator values to excel for final processing and bid preparation. |
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| Joist Tool |
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Multiple Sections |
| This script will automatically lay out joists according to your specifications and provides a count for each size of joist needed. |
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You can add multiple sections to a single digitizer item by using the Continue With function (space bar). |
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| Overlays |
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Send Plans |
| PlanSwift allows you to overlay any page onto your current page by clicking the Overlay button on the home tab of the toolbar. |
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You can quickly email all or part of your plans and job files to others from within PlanSwift using the Send button on the home tab of the toolbar. |
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| Wizards |
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Estimating Tools |
| PlanSwift now uses intuitive wizards to simplify setup of many of the tools and functions. |
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The built-in estimator allows you to apply multiple formulas and calculations to any digitizer item. You can also load and save assemblies and templates locally or on a network server. |
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| Scripts for Digitizer Items |
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Mechanical Takeoff |
| PlanSwift Enterprise users can now apply powerful custom scripts to individual digitizer items. |
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The Freehand and Arc functions are also useful for doing mechanical takeoffs. |
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| Notes |
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Editing Scripts |
| Leave notes for yourself or others using the Note tool from the home tab on the toolbar. A blank note box can also be used to highlight existing plan material. |
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PlanSwift Enterprise users can edit existing scripts and create their own using Pascal or VB code. |
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| Triangulate Tool |
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Batch Renaming of Plan Files |
| This feature is useful for determining measurements needed to accurately position walls and objects when working in the field. |
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The Batch Rename tool allows you to quickly assign new names to your job image files. The 4 arrows on the tool allow you to skip to the corners of the page to view the page information. |
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| Grid Tool |
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Magnify Tool |
Automatically create grids for tile,
T-bar, and such with this pre-built script. |
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Zoom in at any time by simply holding down the “M” key. You can also use your scroll wheel to zoom further while using this tool. |
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| Moving Nodes |
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Multiple Overlays |
| You can select single or multiple nodes and drag them to a new location. You can also double-click to add a node or right-click for delete and other options. |
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PlanSwift allows you to add as many overlays as needed. You can turn each one on or off by clicking the light-bulb next to it in the Pages window. |
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You can download a free 14 day trial of the software with no obligation! |
| Subtracting from an Area |
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| You can create cutouts for windows, stairways, etc. by right-clicking on an area and choosing Subtract from Section. |
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